We consist of dedicated individuals with a diverse background ranging from ecology through economy and policy to geography. We focus on biodiversity and the well-being of society, sufficient energy use, socio-economic transition and transformation as well as behaviour change. For this we carry out research, we measure impacts, we provide advice and we do projects. We involve multiple stakeholders, we build dialogues and bridges. We bring experience and networks from both Western and Eastern Europe.
The ISEE-Degrowth 2025 Conference, being held from June 24–27 at the University of Oslo, is a landmark event uniting the 18th International Society for Ecological Economics (ISEE) Conference and the 11th International Degrowth Conference. With the theme “Building Socially Just Postgrowth Futures – Linking Theory and Action,” this gathering brings together scholars, policymakers, activists, and…
Are you passionate about protecting the environment and curious about how we can achieve carbon neutrality by 2050? If so, try our Decarbonise! game either online or in person. Decarbonise! is a decision-making simulation board game where teams must consider a variety of social, economic, and environmental factors to reach the goal of carbon neutrality…
An exciting community project has been launched through the joint initiative of the Alföldi (Lowland) Shelter and the street newspaper “Fedél nélkül” (Without Shelter), which will culminate this autumn in a special issue titled “Fedő nélkül” (“Without a Lid”). The publication aims to uncover the hidden sides of the Népszínház (People’s Theater) Street area, with…
The Pelican Way of LIFE project (LIFE18NAT/NL/000716) focused on protecting the Dalmatian pelican across key sites in Bulgaria, Greece, Romania, and Ukraine. The project aimed to reduce threats such as collisions with power lines and habitat disturbance, improve breeding and feeding conditions, and raise awareness about the importance of conserving this globally threatened species. Beyond…
Marine litter, especially plastic waste, poses a serious threat to marine biodiversity, seabird populations, and coastal communities. The LIFE SeaBiL project aimed to reduce the impact of marine litter on seabirds through targeted actions in five pilot sites across Spain, France, and Portugal. To explore how such efforts might influence society and ecosystem services, we…
The OneSTOP project is working to address the spread and impact of terrestrial invasive alien species (IAS) across Europe. Through research, collaboration, and outreach, we aim to support more effective prevention, detection, and management of IAS. The first version of the project’s website is available in eight languages and serves as a central hub for…
As part of the “Wekerle, Naturally!” urban biodiversity programme within the Co-Bio project, a drawing competition titled “Do Animals Live at Your Place?” invited children and young people -from kindergarten to high school- to reflect creatively on the animals that share our urban environment. The competition received many imaginative entries from participants aged 5 to…
What does it mean to be a care-full scholar?Caring in your research, your work, and your everyday choices isn’t just a personal ethic — it’s a path to more just, sustainable, and nature-connected futures. This spring, next to the coast of the Wadden Sea in the Netherlands, a group of emerging researchers (PhD students from…
The United Nations designated May 22 as nternational Day for Biological Diversity to celebrate the intricate web of life that sustains our planet and underpins human well-being. This year’s theme, “Harmony with nature and sustainable development,” highlights the urgent need to align our progress with the health of the ecosystems we depend on. Biodiversity is…
FEDŐ NÉLKÜL / WITHOUT A COVER is a collaborative project initiated by Internép in partnership with the Budapest Methodological Social Center and its Institutions (BMSZKI, including homeless shelter) and the editorial team of Without a Cover. This partnership embarks on a community-driven exploration of Népszínház Street, fostering connections and exchanges between the participants and the…